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The Fosters - S05E16 - Giving Up the Ghost
 

The Fosters season 5 episode 16

Giving Up the Ghost

 
Stef confronts her demons and finally comes clean to Lena about what’s been troubling her. Mariana and Emma find themselves going head to head, putting Poppy and Jesus in an awkward position.
 
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The Fosters / S05E16 : Giving Up the Ghost
Season 5, Episode 16 | Aired on February 27, 2018 | TV-14 | 44 min. | Freeform
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EPISODES
Season 5
Season 5
Season 5
Season 5
Season 4
Season 3
Season 2
Season 1
Specials
 
 
  • The Fosters - Episode 1 - Resist
    Episode 1
    Resist
  • The Fosters - Episode 2 - Exterminate Her
    Episode 2
    Exterminate Her
  • The Fosters - Episode 3 - Contact
    Episode 3
    Contact
  • The Fosters - Episode 4 - Too Fast, Too Furious
    Episode 4
    Too Fast, Too Furious
  • The Fosters - Episode 5 - Telling
    Episode 5
    Telling
  • The Fosters - Episode 6 - Welcome to the Jungler
    Episode 6
    Welcome to the Jungler
  • The Fosters - Episode 7 - Chasing Waterfalls
    Episode 7
    Chasing Waterfalls
  • The Fosters - Episode 8 - Engaged
    Episode 8
    Engaged
  • The Fosters - Episode 9 - Prom
    Episode 9
    Prom
  • The Fosters - Episode 10 - Sanctuary
    Episode 10
    Sanctuary
  • The Fosters - Episode 11 - Invisible
    Episode 11
    Invisible
  • The Fosters - Episode 12 - #IWasMadeInAmerica
    Episode 12
    #IWasMadeInAmerica
  • The Fosters - Episode 13 - Line in the Sand
    Episode 13
    Line in the Sand
  • The Fosters - Episode 14 - Scars
    Episode 14
    Scars
  • The Fosters - Episode 15 - Mother's Day
    Episode 15
    Mother's Day
  • The Fosters - Episode 16 - Giving Up the Ghost
    Episode 16
    Giving Up the Ghost
  • The Fosters - Episode 17 - Makeover
    Episode 17
    Makeover
  • The Fosters - Episode 18 - Just Say Yes
    Episode 18
    Just Say Yes
  • The Fosters - Episode 19 - Many Roads
    Episode 19
    Many Roads
  • The Fosters - Episode 20 - Meet the Fosters
    Episode 20
    Meet the Fosters
  • The Fosters - Episode 21 - Turks & Caicos
    Episode 21
    Turks & Caicos
  • The Fosters - Episode 22 - Where the Heart Is
    Episode 22
    Where the Heart Is

The Fosters season 5 episode 16 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

In this episode of "The Fosters," Callie faces college admission challenges, considering a less competitive major to ensure entry. Jude expresses a desire to visit their mother's grave. Mariana and Jesus dine with their birth father, Donald, and his partner, revealing complex family dynamics. Roller derby trials create tension between Emma and Mariana, paralleling Mariana's pursuit of a competitive STEAM internship. Callie struggles with her art school rejection, while Brandon supports Grace through her cancer treatment and ghostly fears. Tess's marital issues and rumors about her sexuality stir neighborhood drama. Stef and Lena grapple with their relationship and personal insecurities, culminating in an emotional confrontation and considerations of change and acceptance within the family.

Full Episode S05E16 Recap

### "The Fosters" Episode Recap #### College Concerns and Roller Derby Dreams - Callie gets advice about choosing a less competitive major to increase her chances of university admission. - Jude wants to visit their mom's grave on Mother's Day. - Brandon and Grace plan a weekend together, focusing on their music. #### Family Dynamics and New Connections - Mariana and Jesus get invited to dinner by their birth father, Donald, and his partner, Natalie. - Donald's new family dynamic is introduced, including his partner's son, Caleb. #### Challenges and Competitions - Emma and Mariana face off in a roller derby tryout. - Mariana applies for a competitive STEAM internship, causing tension with Emma. - Callie's art school dreams hit a snag as she considers her options. - Lena and Stef grapple with personal issues and the possibility of attending a couple's retreat. #### Ghosts and Gene Therapy - Grace undergoes experimental gene therapy for her cancer. - Brandon supports Grace, who believes she's being haunted by a ghost connected to her illness. #### Personal Struggles and Family Secrets - Tess, a neighbor, faces rumors about her sexuality and marital problems. - Callie and Jude navigate their feelings about Donald's new life. - Jude struggles with his identity and his relationship with his birth father. #### Roller Derby and Relationship Strains - Mariana excels in roller derby, causing friction with Emma. - Callie contemplates moving to Portland for college, worrying Jude. - Lena confronts Tess about involving their family in her personal issues. #### Confronting the Past and Embracing Change - Callie and Jude confront their feelings about Donald's absence and new family. - Stef and Lena deal with their marital issues and personal insecurities. - Mariana and Emma reconcile their differences, focusing on their strengths.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Callie consider choosing a less competitive major for university?

To increase her chances of getting into the university, with a plan to transfer into art later.

Does Jude want to visit their mother's grave?

Yes, Jude expresses a desire to visit their mother's grave on Mother's Day.

What are Brandon and Grace planning for the weekend?

They plan to focus on their music, preparing for a gig.

Who invites Mariana and Jesus to dinner?

Their birth father Donald and his partner Natalie.

What tension arises between Emma and Mariana?

Tension arises over a competitive STEAM internship and their roles in roller derby.

What challenge does Callie face regarding her art school dreams?

She struggles with her art school application and considers other college options.

What is the issue between Lena and Stef?

They grapple with personal issues and the decision to attend a couple's retreat.

What treatment is Grace undergoing?

Grace is undergoing experimental gene therapy for her cancer.

How does Grace's belief in a ghost relate to her illness?

She believes the ghost's presence is connected to her illness and its severity.

What rumors surround Tess, the neighbor?

There are rumors about Tess's sexuality and her marital problems.

How do Callie and Jude feel about Donald's new life?

They navigate mixed feelings about Donald's absence and his new family.

What is the outcome of Mariana's roller derby tryout?

Mariana excels in the tryout, causing friction with Emma.

Why is Jude worried about Callie moving to Portland?

Jude is concerned about being separated from Callie and the changes it will bring to their relationship.

How does Lena confront Tess?

Lena confronts Tess about involving their family in her personal issues.

What personal insecurities do Stef and Lena face?

They deal with their marital issues and individual insecurities.

 
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